Cognitive Behavioural (CBT) Counselling in Hereford
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With a sound knowledge of theoretical approaches and their application to the real-world settings; good ability to offer support and guidance with a special interest in Person Centred Counselling, Hypnotherapy, Neuro Linguistic Programming and Cognitive Behaviour Therapy.
Hi I'm Jane and I am an integrative counsellor psychotherapist. This means that I draw upon various techniques and theories to aid and support you through the therapeutic process. My aim is to establish an respectful and non judgemental environment where you feel safe and secure enabling you to explore and understand your concerns, issues and emotions, empowering you to find a way forward with choices that you feel are right for you.
With a sound knowledge of theoretical approaches and their application to the real-world settings; good ability to offer support and guidance with a special interest in Person Centred Counselling, Hypnotherapy, Neuro Linguistic Programming and Cognitive Behaviour Therapy.
Hi I'm Jane and I am an integrative counsellor psychotherapist. This means that I draw upon various techniques and theories to aid and support you through the therapeutic process. My aim is to establish an respectful and non judgemental environment where you feel safe and secure enabling you to explore and understand your concerns, issues and emotions, empowering you to find a way forward with choices that you feel are right for you.
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I have been working in the NHS for nearly 15 years. I am a CBT/EMDR psychotherapist and I specialise in common mental health problems and trauma, including Complex trauma, military trauma and emergency services trauma. I see patients from adolescence to adult.
I have been working in the NHS for nearly 15 years. I am a CBT/EMDR psychotherapist and I specialise in common mental health problems and trauma, including Complex trauma, military trauma and emergency services trauma. I see patients from adolescence to adult.
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Keren is experienced in offering CBT and mindfulness practice for people presenting with anxiety, stress and low mood.
Dr Keren Smith worked for the NHS at South London and Maudsley Foundation Trust from 2009 until 2022 where she and her colleagues set up the pioneering National and Specialist Dialectical Behaviour Therapy service for adolescents. Keren has seen clients independently since 2012, working with both adults and adolescents with a range of difficulties. She has a particular interest in working with people with a history of trauma and symptoms associated with PTSD and CPTSD; she has completed further training in specialist trauma focused models including EMDR and DBT-PE.
Keren is experienced in offering CBT and mindfulness practice for people presenting with anxiety, stress and low mood.
Dr Keren Smith worked for the NHS at South London and Maudsley Foundation Trust from 2009 until 2022 where she and her colleagues set up the pioneering National and Specialist Dialectical Behaviour Therapy service for adolescents. Keren has seen clients independently since 2012, working with both adults and adolescents with a range of difficulties. She has a particular interest in working with people with a history of trauma and symptoms associated with PTSD and CPTSD; she has completed further training in specialist trauma focused models including EMDR and DBT-PE.
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Ashlyn Firkins
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Hereford HR1 (Online Only)
I work predominately within the Acceptance and Commitment Therapy model but also draw on Compassionate approaches, Cognitive Behaviour Therapy & Narrative Therapy.
I am a HCPC registered Clinical Psychologist, with almost a decade of experience as an NHS Psychologist. I have a strong belief that people are intrinsically resilient, resourceful & that under the right therapeutic conditions, emotional suffering can be reduced & fulfilling lives, lived out. My intention is to provide a safe, hopeful space for people to explore how they would like to be in the wider world & practical ways to achieve this. I work with a broad range of difficulties, which include anxiety, low mood, trauma, chronic-illnesses, relationship and employment issues.
I work predominately within the Acceptance and Commitment Therapy model but also draw on Compassionate approaches, Cognitive Behaviour Therapy & Narrative Therapy.
I am a HCPC registered Clinical Psychologist, with almost a decade of experience as an NHS Psychologist. I have a strong belief that people are intrinsically resilient, resourceful & that under the right therapeutic conditions, emotional suffering can be reduced & fulfilling lives, lived out. My intention is to provide a safe, hopeful space for people to explore how they would like to be in the wider world & practical ways to achieve this. I work with a broad range of difficulties, which include anxiety, low mood, trauma, chronic-illnesses, relationship and employment issues.
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Working with methods from walk and talk, CBT to relaxation.
I will give you the space to talk and explore what you're experiencing in a confidential setting. And help you find healthy coping strategies to develop long term ways of looking after your mental health. Sessions are online (anywhere in UK) or outdoors in the Malvern Hills. Client's feedback - 'Helen made me feel comfortable and listened to.' 'Helen gave me the strategies and tools to help myself in between our sessions, whilst being an invaluable source of comfort and strength.' 'Helen is an incredibly warm and comforting therapist who knew how to hold space for my plethora of emotions.' 'She was lovely and a great counsellor.'
Working with methods from walk and talk, CBT to relaxation.
I will give you the space to talk and explore what you're experiencing in a confidential setting. And help you find healthy coping strategies to develop long term ways of looking after your mental health. Sessions are online (anywhere in UK) or outdoors in the Malvern Hills. Client's feedback - 'Helen made me feel comfortable and listened to.' 'Helen gave me the strategies and tools to help myself in between our sessions, whilst being an invaluable source of comfort and strength.' 'Helen is an incredibly warm and comforting therapist who knew how to hold space for my plethora of emotions.' 'She was lovely and a great counsellor.'
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I draw from a range of evidence-based psychological therapies including cognitive-behavioural therapy ( CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Compassion Focussed Therapy (CFT).
I am a Clinical Psychologist and have worked in the NHS for almost 10 years, covering a wide range of psychological difficulties such as anxiety and panic, low mood and depression, trauma and PTSD, weight management, health conditions and medical trauma, OCD and more.
I draw from a range of evidence-based psychological therapies including cognitive-behavioural therapy ( CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Compassion Focussed Therapy (CFT).
I am a Clinical Psychologist and have worked in the NHS for almost 10 years, covering a wide range of psychological difficulties such as anxiety and panic, low mood and depression, trauma and PTSD, weight management, health conditions and medical trauma, OCD and more.
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I'm an accredited CBT therapist as well as a Registered Mental Health Nurse and I work privately and for the NHS.
Feeling down lately and nothing seems to lift your spirits? Perhaps your anxiety, worrying and over-thinking is stopping you from moving forward? - Maybe you're overwhelmed by negative thoughts or intense emotions. Are your panic attacks preventing you from going to certain places or doing certain activities? Are you plagued by intrusive & distressing thoughts? Any, or all, of the above could be making you feel that you aren't living the life you were meant to lead?
I'm an accredited CBT therapist as well as a Registered Mental Health Nurse and I work privately and for the NHS.
Feeling down lately and nothing seems to lift your spirits? Perhaps your anxiety, worrying and over-thinking is stopping you from moving forward? - Maybe you're overwhelmed by negative thoughts or intense emotions. Are your panic attacks preventing you from going to certain places or doing certain activities? Are you plagued by intrusive & distressing thoughts? Any, or all, of the above could be making you feel that you aren't living the life you were meant to lead?
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I am trained and experienced in using a range of approaches including Psychodynamic, Person-Centred and Cognitive Behaviour Therapy ( CBT).
Hello and a warm welcome to my profile. I am an Integrative Counsellor and my goal as a therapist is to provide a safe non-judgemental space, where my counselling clients can feel encouraged and supported through life’s challenges. Whatever you are going through, whether it is depression, anxiety, relationship problems, family problems, separation or divorce, emotional difficulties or bereavement, there is hope. I have extensive experience counselling in the third sector as well as general counselling practise in a GP surgery. I offer weekly counselling sessions face-to-face and online via Skype and telephone.
I am trained and experienced in using a range of approaches including Psychodynamic, Person-Centred and Cognitive Behaviour Therapy ( CBT).
Hello and a warm welcome to my profile. I am an Integrative Counsellor and my goal as a therapist is to provide a safe non-judgemental space, where my counselling clients can feel encouraged and supported through life’s challenges. Whatever you are going through, whether it is depression, anxiety, relationship problems, family problems, separation or divorce, emotional difficulties or bereavement, there is hope. I have extensive experience counselling in the third sector as well as general counselling practise in a GP surgery. I offer weekly counselling sessions face-to-face and online via Skype and telephone.
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Dr Kirsten Kitson
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hereford HR1
I am a Counselling Psychologist and highly experienced CBT practitioner; holding full accreditation with the BABCP.
I have worked with many different presentations throughout my career in the NHS, Charity sector and HM Prison service. My experience and training can give you the confidence in my practice as I provide you with an individual approach; tailored to your specific needs and goals. Together we can explore how to improve your situation by equipping you with the necessary skills and techniques to move forward and maintain change.
I am a Counselling Psychologist and highly experienced CBT practitioner; holding full accreditation with the BABCP.
I have worked with many different presentations throughout my career in the NHS, Charity sector and HM Prison service. My experience and training can give you the confidence in my practice as I provide you with an individual approach; tailored to your specific needs and goals. Together we can explore how to improve your situation by equipping you with the necessary skills and techniques to move forward and maintain change.
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Is life not quite what you expected? Are you having difficulty with relationships, work or family troubles? From time to time we all run into obstacles or feel dissatisfied with life.
Is life not quite what you expected? Are you having difficulty with relationships, work or family troubles? From time to time we all run into obstacles or feel dissatisfied with life.
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Hi I’m Emma and I specialise in working with Children and Young people. I work with adults also, both online and Face to Face. I work in an Person Centred, integrative manner, and creatively with younger children. My therapy caters for individuality. Please ask if you have any questions.
Hi I’m Emma and I specialise in working with Children and Young people. I work with adults also, both online and Face to Face. I work in an Person Centred, integrative manner, and creatively with younger children. My therapy caters for individuality. Please ask if you have any questions.
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HI, I'm Lou, I am passionate about helping people find themselves again. If you are going through a difficult time, don't be alone, we can face whatever you are struggling with together. I listen with an empathic approach offering reflection and support so that you are heard with high regard. I understand how challenging life can become and will support you in finding the power to achieve a more satisfying life. I believe everyone deserves to explore their feelings in a safe space feeling heard, understood and respected because I think each individual has their own answers. Enquiring about therapy is the first step to recovery.
HI, I'm Lou, I am passionate about helping people find themselves again. If you are going through a difficult time, don't be alone, we can face whatever you are struggling with together. I listen with an empathic approach offering reflection and support so that you are heard with high regard. I understand how challenging life can become and will support you in finding the power to achieve a more satisfying life. I believe everyone deserves to explore their feelings in a safe space feeling heard, understood and respected because I think each individual has their own answers. Enquiring about therapy is the first step to recovery.
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Do you feel a bit unsettled, unsure of the future, anxious or depressed? Maybe you, or someone you care about, has had an unwanted medical diagnosis. Perhaps you’ve experienced some other sort of loss ... Loss covers a huge range of circumstances and events, often unexpected, unwelcome, or 'unfair'. My aim is to help people survive their loss or whatever challenge they are faced with, to work through it, support them, strengthen their resilience, rebuild their confidence, contentment and rediscover their joy.
Do you feel a bit unsettled, unsure of the future, anxious or depressed? Maybe you, or someone you care about, has had an unwanted medical diagnosis. Perhaps you’ve experienced some other sort of loss ... Loss covers a huge range of circumstances and events, often unexpected, unwelcome, or 'unfair'. My aim is to help people survive their loss or whatever challenge they are faced with, to work through it, support them, strengthen their resilience, rebuild their confidence, contentment and rediscover their joy.
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Welcome, you may have arrived here feeling somewhat overwhelmed as you look for the support you need. Specialist psychological therapy may offer you helpful and meaningful ways of understanding your difficulties as well as resources and ways of coping to support you to move towards your valued direction for your mental health and wellbeing. Many people experience trauma reactions following highly stressful and distressing experiences in their life. You may be struggling to make sense of and cope with what has happened to you and the ways that this affects how you think, feel, behave and your relationships.
Welcome, you may have arrived here feeling somewhat overwhelmed as you look for the support you need. Specialist psychological therapy may offer you helpful and meaningful ways of understanding your difficulties as well as resources and ways of coping to support you to move towards your valued direction for your mental health and wellbeing. Many people experience trauma reactions following highly stressful and distressing experiences in their life. You may be struggling to make sense of and cope with what has happened to you and the ways that this affects how you think, feel, behave and your relationships.
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Dr. Sue Egan - Psychologist/EMDR Therapist
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Hereford HR1 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
There is hope, even when you have experienced significant life trauma. Although it might not be possible to forget life's challenges completely, it is possible to manage them so you can live life again with the volume turned down on the past. My role is to facilitate a safe, supportive space where you can begin to heal from life's traumas and remember who you are. I value doing all I can to offer you an integrated approach assessing your past, present and future using counselling and psychological theories. As the client, the time we have will be entirely yours, as I assist and guide you to uncover the way forward.
There is hope, even when you have experienced significant life trauma. Although it might not be possible to forget life's challenges completely, it is possible to manage them so you can live life again with the volume turned down on the past. My role is to facilitate a safe, supportive space where you can begin to heal from life's traumas and remember who you are. I value doing all I can to offer you an integrated approach assessing your past, present and future using counselling and psychological theories. As the client, the time we have will be entirely yours, as I assist and guide you to uncover the way forward.
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Anchor of Hope Narcissistic Abuse Psychotherapist
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Hereford HR2
Waitlist for new clients
Hello and welcome to your therapy space, My private practice is set in the heart of the beautiful Wye Valley, providing that much needed relaxing calm safe space. As a psychotherapist and Supervisor who has worked with trauma for over 18 years I now mainly focus my work on those who have experienced narcissistic abuse and religious and spiritual abuse. Please email me to book an appointment. I look forward to working with you.
Hello and welcome to your therapy space, My private practice is set in the heart of the beautiful Wye Valley, providing that much needed relaxing calm safe space. As a psychotherapist and Supervisor who has worked with trauma for over 18 years I now mainly focus my work on those who have experienced narcissistic abuse and religious and spiritual abuse. Please email me to book an appointment. I look forward to working with you.
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I am a fully qualified integrative therapist, experienced in working with couples and individuals of all ages, and from all walks of life. I'm not your everyday counsellor, I truly believe that we all have it within us to be our best selves, happy and content, but that comes from understanding ourselves better. I often see clients in the middle of a crisis who need more immediate help, and I also work with people who are otherwise happy but want help moving forwards in their life. I see couples who may have got into bad habits, and may want help building an environment which will enable the relationship to flourish once again.
I am a fully qualified integrative therapist, experienced in working with couples and individuals of all ages, and from all walks of life. I'm not your everyday counsellor, I truly believe that we all have it within us to be our best selves, happy and content, but that comes from understanding ourselves better. I often see clients in the middle of a crisis who need more immediate help, and I also work with people who are otherwise happy but want help moving forwards in their life. I see couples who may have got into bad habits, and may want help building an environment which will enable the relationship to flourish once again.
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I am passionate about helping people find their true potential. I believe each one of us has the power to clear away feelings from the past and as a result step into living our best possible lives. I offer a safe, non-judgmental space where you are free to talk about anything that is on your mind. Together we will shape this space so that it holds the power to influence the change you are hoping to see. Having felt the benefits myself first-hand. A unique personal insight gained from my own counselling coupled with years of comprehensive training has seen me successfully support numerous others through their own transformation.
I am passionate about helping people find their true potential. I believe each one of us has the power to clear away feelings from the past and as a result step into living our best possible lives. I offer a safe, non-judgmental space where you are free to talk about anything that is on your mind. Together we will shape this space so that it holds the power to influence the change you are hoping to see. Having felt the benefits myself first-hand. A unique personal insight gained from my own counselling coupled with years of comprehensive training has seen me successfully support numerous others through their own transformation.
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The experience of counselling is different for different people depending on your issues and where you are currently in your life. It may be that you need a few sessions to help with a current situation or problem or it may be a longer journey of self discovery and uncovering past hurts so that you can make sense of them and move on. Every client I have worked with has been different and rather than looking at labels I tend to focus on problems and solutions. I am experienced in working with a wide variety of issues both short term and long term.
The experience of counselling is different for different people depending on your issues and where you are currently in your life. It may be that you need a few sessions to help with a current situation or problem or it may be a longer journey of self discovery and uncovering past hurts so that you can make sense of them and move on. Every client I have worked with has been different and rather than looking at labels I tend to focus on problems and solutions. I am experienced in working with a wide variety of issues both short term and long term.
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Is your life constantly filled with worry, perhaps you're not even sure why? Do you have a fear of something that is getting in the way of you living your life? Does the thought of going out leave you feeling sick? Perhaps this happens with socialising, shopping, new people or perhaps even talking on the phone? Have you been told that you "won't get anything on the NHS"? Have you been on a waiting list for a really long time? Has all the 'self help' you've tried not been that helpful?
Is your life constantly filled with worry, perhaps you're not even sure why? Do you have a fear of something that is getting in the way of you living your life? Does the thought of going out leave you feeling sick? Perhaps this happens with socialising, shopping, new people or perhaps even talking on the phone? Have you been told that you "won't get anything on the NHS"? Have you been on a waiting list for a really long time? Has all the 'self help' you've tried not been that helpful?
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Cognitive Behavioural (CBT) Counsellors
How does cognitive behavioural therapy work?
Cognitive behavioural therapy works by exploring how your thoughts affect your emotions and experiences. CBT helps you identify distortions in your thinking. For example, you may tend to jump to the worst case scenario catastrophising or think in extremes (all-or-nothing thinking). A therapist can teach you how to push back against those thoughts to ultimately change your feelings and behavior for the better. They can also provide coping skills to better deal with stressors and challenges.
When do I know to seek treatment with cognitive behavioural therapy?
It’s reasonable to consider cognitive behavioural therapy if you struggle to manage difficult emotions or behaviors to such an extent that you are not getting the most out of life on a day-to-day basis. If you want a shorter term, concrete, skills-based approach, CBT is a great option. (By contrast, other types of therapy may devote more time to exploring your past and its effects.) The decision to seek CBT also depends on the condition you’re treating; CBT is an effective treatment for anxiety, depression, trauma, and many other disorders.
How can I find a cognitive behavioural therapist for someone else?
To find a cognitive behavioural therapist for someone else, you may want to begin by discussing the person’s problem, researching cognitive behavioural therapy, and assessing whether the approach is the right fit. You could then reach out to a few cognitive behavioral therapists in this directory, explain the scenario, have a consultation with those available, and determine who could be a good match.
Why is CBT such a popular form of therapy?
CBT has become a popular form of therapy because it is effective and accessible. Robust research has demonstrated that CBT is an effective treatment for many mental health conditions. And CBT can be learned in relatively few sessions, which means that many people can engage in the process, afford it, and see results quickly. It involves learning concrete skills such as disputing unhelpful thoughts; these skills can also be taught and spread widely.